Polaris Hawkeye: Possible Loss Of Steering Control

Polaris Hawkeye Recall Summary Polaris is recalling 2 Hawkeye vehicles because the rubber vibration insulator on the steering post may fail due to excessive loading or wear over time, which could result in loss of steering control. The company will install a steering post support bracket on affected vehicles to prevent this failure.

Recalling firm
POLARIS
Product
Vehicles: POLARIS HAWKEYE. Units affected: 2
Reason
The handlebar mounting plate is contained within a moulded rubber vibration insulator on the steering post which may fail as a result of excessive loading and or cyclic fatigue. Should failure occur steering control might be lost. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a steering post support bracket which will eliminate the possibility of a fatigue failure.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2007-07-05
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/9096f2f1-14a4-4ade-bf72-71a0b33745a2